Peacefully at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute on Friday November 19, 2021. Bill Sylvester age 75 of Winchester. Beloved husband of Ellen (Nee Thomas). Loving Dad of Adam (Kristine)
Cherished brother of Marilyn Broomer, Diane Carleton (John), John and David Sylvester. Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Byers Funeral Home, 2990 Church Street, South Mountain on Thursday, November 25, 2021 at 2 p.m.
By family request donations in Memory of Bill may be made to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute for Research. https://foundation.ottawaheart.ca/make-a-donation/ways-to-give/
In lieu of a Reception following the services a Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held in the summer of 2022. Date and location to be advised.
The family has asked anyone wishing to attend the Memorial Service must wear a mask and provide proof of double vaccination and Pre-register by calling 613-989-3836 during business hours.
Covid restrictions remain in effect.
Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca
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BA Brown says
November 22, 2021 at 4:30 pmI will miss Bill and I’m so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Bill and my Dad, Harry, and you and my Mum, Pat.
Lorna Jean Smith says
November 22, 2021 at 5:12 pmI am sorry to hear of your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you .
Mike Purvis says
November 22, 2021 at 5:51 pmOn behalf of the officers and brethren of St John’s 21a
Sincere condolences.
Mike Purvis
Secretary
Lauri byers says
November 22, 2021 at 7:23 pmEllen and family my sympathies on the loss of Bill he will be missed. You both gave me a lot of support. My thoughts are with you all @this time.
Doug Robar says
November 22, 2021 at 8:05 pmEllen, Jan and my sincere condolences on Bill’s rising to the GLA. He’ll get to meet Fred and Thelma again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Wayne and Huguette Burns says
November 22, 2021 at 8:21 pmWe offer our sincere condolences on Bill’s passing.
Dawn Myhill says
November 22, 2021 at 8:21 pmSo Sorry for Your loss Ellen 🥰
May Precious Memories
Comfort You Now and Always
In Star Love and Hugs
Betty Romenick-McIntosh says
November 22, 2021 at 10:40 pmSending my sincere condolences Ellen to you and your family. Please know my thoughts are with you at this sad time. Betty Romenick-McIntosh, P.G.M.
Sue Howe says
November 23, 2021 at 7:21 amEllen, Adam and family
My heart goes out to you all in this time, my thoughts are with you all. I’ve got so many special memories with Uncle Bill, he will be missed terribly.
Cameron & Kathryn Minor says
November 23, 2021 at 10:25 amDear Ellen and Family,
Our sincere condolences on Bill’s passing. Our friendship goes back to the Oxford Downs Pony Club days and it was a pleasure to be involved with Bill (& Wes) in moving the Heritage Masonic Lodge from Kars to U.C. Village.
Betty Letendre says
November 23, 2021 at 10:26 amEllen and Adam,
Alain and I extend our heartfelt condolences to you in the loss of your husband, and father, Bill. We were glad we were able to have some memorable Christmas gettogethers over the past couple years. He will be truly missed.
Betty and Alain Letendre
Diane Carlton says
November 23, 2021 at 10:58 amBilly, you fought a huge battle, I’m so proud of you & now no more pain and suffering. That’s a blessing.
Please watch over all of us as we miss you. Give Mom & Dad a hug until we meet again. I love you Brother! xoxo
Betty St.Onge says
November 23, 2021 at 11:48 amDear Ellen, Adam and Kristine;
Bill was so strong and certainly fought the good fight. He was a kind and generous friend and loyal member of our Eastern Star Order. Please accept my deepest sympathy with prayers and courage for each of you in the days to come.
As husband and Dad, Bill with be with you in Spirit and his memory will be held in a special corner of your heart.
God bless Each of you; Betty L. St.Onge
Marilyn Broomer says
November 23, 2021 at 12:27 pmEllen and Adam,
Bill as my youngest brother, we shared a lot of memmories together. Bill fought long and hard, and for that I truly look up to him, he will be sorely missed. We know you are in a better place. my condolences to you all, I was thankful I was able to visit with Bill before he left us. Hugs XOXO
Debby Gagnon says
November 23, 2021 at 12:52 pmEllen,Adam and Kristine. Sorry for Your loss of Bill. Bill was a “Gentlemen’s Gentleman”. I am so Happy our Life’s Path crossed. I know Bill will be missed terribly but You will Always have Your Memories to Hold on too. Sending My Love and Hugs Debby
John Carlton says
November 23, 2021 at 6:00 pmSo sorry Billy will always be a great person in my memory.
Brian and Joan Henderson says
November 23, 2021 at 8:17 pmOur deepest sympathy Great times with Bill and Ellen with Oxford Downs Pony Club . We also had some well fed masonic banquets together at various lodges and a great parade at Upper Canada Village for the opening of the mason’s lodge. We will miss him.
mike higgins says
November 24, 2021 at 7:27 amJoanne and I send our sincere condolences to cousin Bill’s family. Bill fought a hard battle and was in touch with me periodically to update his condition and also to happily share news about his horses . As part of the Sylvester family our memories of Bill go way back to childhood days and the family gatherings at our dear Grandparents home.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ellen , Adam and all the family.
Cliff & Mary Parsons says
November 24, 2021 at 12:34 pmOur condolences to Ellen and family
Ariel Long says
November 24, 2021 at 5:25 pmEllen, please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of Bill.He was such a wonderful man, and will be sadly missed by all of his Star family.
Cindy Vena and family says
November 24, 2021 at 9:52 pmEllen and Adam
Our deepest condolences to you both
Uncle Bill was a brave soul in his illness and your strength and love throughout must have given him
much comfort in his journey
Sheila & Brian Griffin says
November 25, 2021 at 11:25 amOur deepest condolences to the Sylvester Family on the loss of Bill.
Always a pleasure to visit with and to have as a visitor in our Star Chapter.
Precious memories will be your forever tether to him . May he rest in peace.
Blessings of peace and comfort as you grieve.
john sylvester/ says
November 25, 2021 at 4:20 pmMy deepest regrets,to Ellen,Adam,and family clan.
This past B.dsy,Bill sent along,a card of Cheer”s,i was hoping
to return the sentiment for new years eve.So here goes,
Hey brother,its been awhile now,30+yrs. since we sat and shared a cold one!
Thruth is, years just pass like trains,we wave and they don”t slow down,they don”t down.
Bill,you rode the good hard trail,Now it”s time to rest.
If there is more than this,then my wish is you find ,A great big sky,and many open trails.
Gerald Sylvester says
November 25, 2021 at 11:44 pmDear Ellen and family:
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I don’t remember if I have ever met you or Bill. If I did, it was years ago in Montreal at our grandparents. I usually find out anything about the Sylvester family thru Mike Higgins. My condolences.
Wilmer and Linda Porteous says
November 26, 2021 at 2:10 pmOur sincere sympathy to Ellen and Adam on the loss of a husband and dad. I am sure there are many great memories and they will continue to live on in your hearts. We remember all the years of picking stones on your field and what a great neighbour you were ! Remember all those bales we delivered for you to handle too, such fun!
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